(AP) — The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service reached a deal with landowners near the popular Old Mill District in Bend to protect Oregon spotted frog habitat while allowing future development. "The service strongly believes this conservation partnership is an excellent example of how we can work together to provide and maintain habitat for rare species alongside urban development," Nancy Gilbert, Bend field office supervisor for the Fish and Wildlife Service, said in a statement. Bill Smith, developer and owner of Old Mill property, said the agreement shows that developers can get along with "friends of the river community," and it's a continuation of what has already been taking place during two decades of redevelopment. The protective measures include maintaining water levels at the casting pond near Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe, managing river bank vegetation, controlling the predator population and preventing erosion.